2005 Volkswagen Polo 1.9L Diesel · KB54 WCV
2005 Volkswagen Polo (1.9L, diesel). First registered 01 Jan 2005. Recorded mileage 110,284 miles. MOT valid until 29 Jan 2027. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Borehamwood (Luton)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 110,284 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KB54 WCV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/01/2026
- 110,284 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (15 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KB54 WCV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volkswagen Polo (KB54 WCV) between January 2024 and January 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 14 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (15 issues), Suspension (9 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Steering (3 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 20 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (c))”; “Offside Front Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))”; “Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))”.
KB54 WCV Mileage History
- 27/01/202496,544 mi
- 24/01/2025104,169 mi+7,625 mi
- 25/01/2025104,169 mi
- 14/01/2026110,284 mi+6,115 mi
- 14/01/2026110,284 mi
Average of roughly 6,986 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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